Hi!

Thanks for checking out our Graphic Novel!

For a long time I've thought that the Sleep Token universe lent itself well to the idea of a comic or animated piece of media that dove further into the depths of the lore. Whether you think the lore is all fan made, or are a fervent believer in Vessel's ascension, you can't argue that the words painted through the music are not captivating and full of life.

Since finding Sleep Token in 2018 when Jaws came out, I've been hooked on the lore. The music videos, the masks, puzzles, and more, all intrigued me. I wanted the larger story. I needed it. The mind makes connections - that's what they've evolved to do. I could not stop myself from making these connections between songs and what that implies. The songs seem to not only have a story, but seem to be part of something bigger with direct references, thematic callbacks, and more.

This graphic novel was born out of these connections that I plucked out of the air, like red string entangling the ideas. While I have some experience writing, my talent in digital and physical art is lacking. I consider myself lucky enough to know a few talented artists that I've met through this band. I proposed the idea and they all jumped on board, frothing at the maw.

What you'll find inside is a comic devoid of conversation - it is the actions of the comic where you will find connections to the lore and lyrics. When I wrote out these stories, I tried to be detailed in my vision - in essence they are storied art direction.

I never thought I would see my words come to life, I've always wanted to create fun things. I cannot express how thankful I am to the people that volunteered to work on this, poured their heart and soul into each frame, and pushed their skills to new heights to match my crazy vision. Thank you.

And thank you for reading - I truly hope you enjoy this project.

-WeWereBears